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NASA mission reveals asteroid's unusual double moon, scientists baffled
NASA sScientists suggest that the Dinkinesh asteroid fractured, causing pieces to separate and form a disk of material. And some of this material then fell back to the surface. Scientists believe that part of this disk material coalesced into the moon Selam, which consists of two touching objects but the specific process behind the formation of this unusual moon remains unclear.
Warren Buffett play: 6 things to consider before investing in Special Opportunities Fund
Special Opportunities Fund (SOF) is an investment fund capitalizing on unique opportunities below intrinsic value, inspired by Warren Buffett. WhiteOak Capital Mutual Fund and Samco Mutual Fund have launched similar funds. Alekh Yadav, Head of Investment Products at Sanctum Wealth, highlights the fund's strategy. Investors should consider the differentiated offerings and track record, with high-risk appetite recommended for SOFs.
New star wars plan: US rushes to counter Chinese and Russian threats in orbit
US Defense Department is looking to acquire a new generation of ground- and space-based tools that will allow it to defend its satellite network from attack and, if necessary, to disrupt or disable enemy spacecraft in orbit, Pentagon officials have said in a series of interviews, speeches and recent statements.
ISRO releases ISSAR 2023 report on vulnerability of space assets to collisions
ISRO has released its Indian Space Situational Assessment Report (ISSAR) 2023, evaluating the vulnerability of its space assets to environmental hazards and artificial space objects. The report highlights 1,37,565 close approach alerts and 3,033 alerts for close approaches within one kilometer. Despite identifying 2,700 close approaches within 5 kilometers of other satellites, no critical collisions were predicted. ISRO's System for Safe and Sustainable Space Operations Management aims to enhance compliance with international space guidelines. ISRO is actively engaged in international forums addressing space debris and long-term sustainability of outer space activities.
Chandrayaan-3 launch delayed by 4 seconds to avoid collisions with debris, reveals ISRO report
ISRO's recent report discloses a 4-second launch delay for Chandrayaan-3 to prevent collisions with debris objects and satellites. The Indian Space Situational Assessment Report (ISSAR) for 2023 highlights space asset vulnerability to environmental hazards, emphasizing the need for Space Situational Awareness (SSA). The report also details India's satellite count, active deep space missions, satellite re-entries, and successful launches in 2023. ISRO implements collision avoidance maneuvers based on IS4OM/ISTRAC analyses to protect operational spacecraft.
Govt favours level playing field in telecom amid satcom entry
The government is committed to maintaining a fair "level-playing field" in the telecom sector, especially regarding satcom services. Spectrum will be allocated administratively but at fair pricing. A letter will be sent to Trai for suggestions on pricing and modalities for satellite spectrum allocation. Parliament has not sought to change the 2012 Supreme Court judgment favoring auction as the preferred method for spectrum allocation. The government's recent filing with the Supreme Court was to inform them about specific cases requiring administrative allocation of airwaves, not to seek a change in the verdict.
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White House confirms Russia developing "anti-satellite capability", calls it "troubling"
The White House confirms Russia's troubling development of an anti-satellite capability. US President Biden directs actions to address the threat, including diplomatic engagement. The intelligence community has concerns about declassification. Orbital nuclear weapons are banned.
From Musk to Mittal, Ambani to Amazon: Why such a big race for satcom?
Internet communication in India has a new battleground called "satcom," different from regular networks. Indian and foreign firms compete for satellite spectrum to access the internet. Disagreements on spectrum allocation methods divide the industry: some prefer government allocation, others auctions. The competition is intense due to more players, including foreign giants like Elon Musk's Starlink and Amazon, unlike the limited private telecom market with Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel, and Vodafone Idea.
NASA probe to observe near-Earth asteroid's 2029 close encounter
NASA's OSIRIS-REx spacecraft, now known as OSIRIS-APEX, is set to rendezvous with the asteroid Apophis during its close approach to Earth in 2029. Apophis, measuring about 1,110 feet (340 meters) across, will pass within 19,800 miles (31,860 km) of Earth's surface.
China's approach to water with lower riparian countries in South Asia threatens region: Report
The report in Bangladesh-based daily further highlighted that Chinese investments in water-based resources is leading to adverse impact on the environment, displacement of local people and huge debt to countries.
War of billionaires: Musk, Tata, Mittal & Amazon on one side, Ambani on other for satellite spectrum
Elon Musk wants his Starlink to beam down wireless internet in India from satellites orbiting the earth, but the licensing regime his group favours has put him at odds with Mukesh Ambani's Reliance. But Starlink wants India to just assign a license for the service and not insist on auctioning the signal-carrying spectrum or airwaves. This stand finds Musk on the side of Tatas, Sunil Bharti Mittal's firm, and Amazon, who too prefer the same route.
US doesn't think China is approaching its India talks with a sense of goodwill
The US does not believe China is working towards resolving the Indo-China border dispute with a sense of goodwill, says a Biden administration official. Donald Lu, Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asia, says China appears to be making provocations on the line of actual control, and he recommends India be offered technology and intelligence help to counter the situation. India can count on the US to support it, especially given increased prospects of hostilities with China, according to Lu. In a recent report, the Centre for a New American Security recommended the US should offer India military technology and criticise Beijing's land-grabbing.
India's close Southeast Asian partners push back against Beijing's South China Sea plans
The rising Chinese activities in the contested sea have become a cause of concern for nations in SE Asia. However, some of them including Indonesia, Vietnam and the Philippines are challenging China's aggression and dominance. In a recent case of aggressiveness, a Chinese ship aimed a 'military grade' laser at a Filipino vessel, blinding its crew.
Asteroid 2023 BU to have ‘very close encounter’ with Earth today, says NASA
In a statement, NASA has said that Asteroid 2023 BU will have a “very close encounter” with Earth on Thursday, January 26 which would even be closer to the planet lower than communication satellites.
Navy keeps close watch as Chinese spy ship enters Indian Ocean Region
"Navy has been closely monitoring the movement of a Chinese research vessel from the time it entered the Indian Ocean Region," sources in the defence establishment said.
Jupiter to come closest to Earth in 70 years! Check date, how to watch
It's good news for the star gazers as Jupiter comes within 365 million miles of Earth on September 26. On this day, Jupiter, the gas giant, will be visible even with regular binoculars.
'Far Out' event: Apple offers adventure watch, satellite SOS iPhone - with a safety net and steady prices
The iPhone lineup got tweaks to cameras and battery life, though only the iPhone Pro lineup got the A16 chip.
Iran says puts new military satellite in orbit
"Iran's second military satellite -- named Nour-2 -- has been launched into space by the Qassed rocket of the aerospace wing of the Revolutionary Guards and successfully placed in orbit 500 kilometres (310 miles) above the Earth," the official IRNA news agency reported.
No Indian-origin scientists joined ISRO from foreign space agencies in past 5 years: Govt
In the Lok Sabha, Minister of State in the Department of Space and Department of Atomic Energy Jitendra Singh was asked about the number of scientists of Indian-origin who joined ISRO from foreign space agencies in the last five years and the number of scientists from ISRO who have left India to join foreign space agencies in the same period.
SIA-India for unleashing full potential of all satellite bands for IoT
The regulatory framework will need to accommodate broadband IoT (Internet of Things) applications as each kind of orbit has its own advantages and disadvantages
France conducts first military drills in space
Codenamed "AsterX" in a nod to the first French satellite Asterix from 1965, the drills will simulate the monitoring of a potentially dangerous space object, as well as a threat to a satellite.
Indian, Russian satellites just metres away in space; Roscosmos says 224m, Isro says 420m
However, allaying fears, Isro chairman K Sivan told TOI: "We have been tracking the satellite for four days and it is about 420 metres from the Russian satellite. A manoeuvre will only be done when it comes around 150 metres," Isro chairman K Sivan told TOI.
Indian Railways is linking its trains to an ISRO satellite. How will it use 1.4 crore daily updates?
Apart from knowing exact location and speed of trains, this ISRO-aided system will help in future planning.
'Dynastic approaches' closing doors of opportunity for common man: Varun Gandhi
"How do we open the doors to more people in politics? Everybody knows that politics has dynastic approaches. There are certain families that are prominent," said Varun Gandhi.
Narendra Modi closing in on tax evaders, will make evasion impossible
The government's various steps are likely to show visible results next year. 2018 may well turn out to be the year of the taxman.
Telecom, space departments must join hands: BIF
The Trai earlier recommended opening up of Indian satellite market for private players but could not find favour with Department of Space.
RIL fails to name arbitrator in KG-D6 dispute
As per the dispute resolution mechanism set out in the Production Sharing Contract (PSC), an arbitration notice over a dispute has to be followed up within six months by naming arbitrators.
Multiple petitions oppose Geospatial Bill as deadline for comments approaches
At the forefront are the SavetheMap initiative and the Digital Empowerment Foundation that are running campaigns to get a maximum number of people to send their responses to MHA.
Country's maiden Climbing World Cup takes to crowd-funding
Only government-run Cidco has agreed to offer its exhibition centre at Vashi for the event to be held for the first time ever.
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